Many Antipsychotic Medications Are Believed to Act by

question 16

Multiple Choice

Many antipsychotic medications are believed to act by

• A)blocking dopamine receptors.
• B)increasing the use of adrenaline.
• C)increasing the production of dopamine.
• D)decreasing the production of serotonin.

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Definitions:

Reproductive Success

The transmission of genes to the subsequent generation in a manner that allows those genes to be further passed down.

Biologically Predisposed

Indicates a higher likelihood, due to genetic factors, that an individual will display certain behaviors or develop certain conditions.

Biological Fathers

The male parent from whom an individual inherits half of their genetic makeup.

Stepfathers

Male adults who are married to one's biological or legal mother but are not one's biological father, often playing a parental role.